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Roscoe, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Roscoe is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 96. Residents earn $44,000 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
96 Population 155/sq mi density
$44,000 Median Income $22,724 per capita
$183,300 Home Value
$1,196 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$44,000 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$183,300 home value, $1,196/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,000
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $183,300
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.5%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,196
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

How Roscoe Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population96
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density155/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans67.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,000
Per Capita$22,724
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$183,300
Rent$1,196
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units54
Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking15.5%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,171 ft (357 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.5%
High School+71.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute21 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries10

Is Roscoe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roscoe receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Roscoe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roscoe is $44,000, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roscoe is $183,300, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,196 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Roscoe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches, including 50.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Roscoe has a population of 96 with a density of 155 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

96
Total Population
155
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.7%
Female 33.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Roscoe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roscoe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roscoe is $44,000, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Roscoe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,000
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,724
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$79,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,733
County GDP$12,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare529
Retail642
Manufacturing231

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Roscoe is $183,300, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,196 (3% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,300
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,196
3% above US avg
Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.1%
Housing Units54
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.78%
In Roscoe, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Roscoe vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep32.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.5%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits65.2%
Premature Death6,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities529
Roscoe has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.4 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall50.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,171 ft (357 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density155/sq mi
Coordinates45.4323°N, 94.6365°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.5%
96% below US avg
High School+71.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density155/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities529
Restaurants391
Retail Stores642

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

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